The Ephraim Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 81-0906967 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1.4M
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$3.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $11,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Institute of Technology | Chicago, IL | Charitable purposes | $1,208,000 |
| World Bicycle Relief | Chicago, IL | Charitable purposes | $114,000 |
| Mission El Faro | Creston, IA | Charitable purposes | $11,000 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | Irvine, CA | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| The People's Music School | Chicago, IL | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| New Life Centers | Chicago, IL | Charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Challenged Athletes Foundation | San Diego, CA | Charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Chicago | Chicago, IL | Charitable purposes | $500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Chicago | Chicago, IL | Charitable purposes | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,361,000 | 9 |
| 2024 | $271,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $182,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 31, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642439349101214
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-0906967
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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